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Zamfara floods: Rep Jaji donates N10m, 200 bags of rice

A Member of the Federal House of Representatives representing the Kaura Namoda/Birnin Magaji Federal Constituency in Zamfara State, Hon. Dr. Aminu Sani Jaji, has donated N10 million and 200 bags of rice to victims of the recent flooding in Gummi.

Hon. Sani Jaji presented the cash assistance today to the Emir of Gummi, Justice Lawal Hassan, at his palace in Gummi town.

He expressed his concern over the flooding, which has left thousands of households homeless and described it as a disaster in the area.

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The lawmaker, who was represented by Mansur Khalifa Kaura, the State Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Jajiyya faction, described the incident as worrisome.

“We are here in Gummi to commiserate with our brothers and sisters over the recent flood disaster that has rendered many people homeless in the area.

“I am pleased to announce a donation of N10 million and 200 bags of rice aimed at providing emergency support to the victims of this disaster, in order to alleviate their burden and suffering.

“I urge the victims and the people of Gummi Local Government to be patient, remain grateful to Almighty God, and consider this disaster as something destined by Allah SWT,” Jaji added.

In response, the Emir of Gummi, retired Justice Lawal Hassan, commended the lawmaker for his gesture, saying, “We appreciate Hon. Aminu Sani Jaji for this kind assistance to our people. He has shown great concern for the people of Gummi.”

Attahiru Ahmed

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